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… Last updated November 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 92d Child Development Series Download PDF Document English … or to become independent in toileting. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a positive experience. Your child will learn a new skill and feel a sense of …
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… Learning About Non-Fatal Drowning in Children On this page: What is non-fatal drowning? How is it … in death is often called a non-fatal drowning . When your child breathed water into his or her lungs, the lungs were … Follow-up care is a key part of your child's treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call …
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… Grief: Helping Children With Grief Actionset Overview It's important for adults to listen to a child and answer any questions or concerns. To express their feelings, children need an adult who makes them feel safe and secure. …
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… Preparation for Medical Tests On this page: Preparing Your Child for a Medical Test Health Tools Preparing Your Child for a Medical Test Medical tests can be scary for adults and for children. You can help your child feel safe and calm during …
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… Wearing an Eye Patch Actionset Overview Amblyopia is a childhood problem that happens when one eye is weaker than … vision in the weaker eye. For amblyopia to be treated, your child must use the weak eye. This will force the eye to get … may last for a few weeks or months. How you can help your child wear an eye patch for amblyopia Be supportive By …
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… Type 2 Diabetes in Children On this page: Health Tools What … Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Caring For Your Child Medicines What is type 2 diabetes in children? Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which a person …
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… Infants Act? The Infants Act explains the legal position of children under 19 years of age. One of the topics covered in the Infants Act is the health care of children. The Infants Act states that children may consent to a medical treatment on their own as …
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… is a good idea, particularly for households with infants, children or pregnant people. If you are uncertain about … 8-1-1 or your regional health authority . Well water safety Owners of private wells serving a single home are …
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… Overview You can reduce the chances that you or your child will get stung and have an allergic reaction by … works specifically on the types of insects that you or your child is allergic to. Read labels carefully—many … Allergies to Insect Stings Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 …
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… Bullying On this page: Overview Health Tools Signs That a Child Is Being Bullied How Children Can Discourage Bullying What Children Should Do if They Are Bullied How Adults Can Help …
